Maintenance Supervisor

Academy Bus•Perth Amboy, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Academy Bus is seeking a full-time Maintenance Supervisor for its new diesel bus garage in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. The role provides hands-on leadership and day-to-day supervision of mechanics while ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely maintenance and repair of the motor coach bus fleet. This is a third-shift position, scheduled from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The annual salary is $85,000, with a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Pay day is every Friday.

Requirements

At least 7 years of diesel engine and heavy-duty vehicle maintenance experience.
Previous supervisory or lead mechanic experience.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to supervise personnel effectively while also performing hands-on mechanical work.
Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools, power tools, hydraulic jacks, pullers, VOA instruments, reamers, vacuum and compression pumps, welding equipment, and testing instruments.
Proficiency with diagnostic equipment and systems such as Quickserve, Insight, DDL software, DDEC readers, ATEC readers, SmarTire, electrical schematics, and A/C (Freon) recovery and charging equipment.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced diesel bus garage environment.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

CDL with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements; not required.
Willingness to obtain a CDL is desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervise, lead, train, and mentor mechanics and maintenance staff in a busy diesel bus garage.
Assign and prioritize daily work orders, repairs, preventive maintenance, inspections, and road calls.
Monitor technician productivity, work quality, turnaround times, and compliance with maintenance procedures.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain motor coach diesel engines, transmissions, and related systems hands-on.
Inspect completed repairs to ensure buses are safe, road-ready, and compliant with applicable maintenance and safety standards.
Coordinate road calls and provide technical support to drivers and field personnel experiencing mechanical issues.
Oversee preventive and routine maintenance programs and identify potential mechanical issues before they cause vehicle downtime.
Perform and oversee inspections, testing, and road tests after repairs.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair orders, inspection reports, warranty documentation, parts usage, and other required records.
Complete administrative tasks, including work order review, maintenance documentation, employee timekeeping, scheduling, parts coordination, inventory tracking, and reporting.
Communicate maintenance needs, vehicle status, staffing concerns, and operational issues to management.
Ensure mechanics follow safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and established garage practices.
Assist with employee training and performance feedback, and enforce department policies and procedures.
Diagnose, inspect, install, disassemble, repair, and clean components including diesel engines, electronic systems, driveline components, tires, bearings, brake systems, seals, radiators, water pumps, coolant hoses, alternators, regulators, steering components, filters, door assemblies, pneumatic systems, belts, suspensions, HVAC systems, generators, seating, and glass.
Oversee general welding, fabrication, and other mechanical repairs as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe diesel bus garage and work environment.
Perform other supervisory, administrative, and maintenance-related duties as assigned.